jeopardize
Translation
to jeopardise, to endanger, to risk
Examples
His reckless actions jeopardized the whole team.
His reckless actions jeopardised the whole team.
This could jeopardize the success of the project.
This could jeopardise the success of the project.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to put (sth.) in danger of loss, harm, or failure. His reckless actions jeopardized the whole team.
Similar Words
Synonyms: endanger, imperil, risk; Antonyms: protect, safeguard
Etymology
From Old French 'jeu parti' meaning 'a divided game,' hence 'uncertainty, risk.'
Memory Tips
This is the American English spelling. The standard British spelling is 'jeopardise'. Imagine the game 'Jeopardy!' where a wrong answer puts your score in danger.